"Star Wars" novelizations have traditionally added plenty of extra details, scenes and subplots to those seen in the movies, so longtime readers may think that the "Expanded Edition" label is largely redundant.

However, it's clear from the surprising prologue that author Jason Fry's adaptation of "The Last Jedi," which was written with input from director Rian Johnson, will deliver on that promise — with nods to lesser known aspects of this universe's lore proving to be a treat for longtime fans.

The Brooklyn-based Fry, who has written many "Star Wars" junior novels and contributed to reference books, includes more hints about the origins of the First Order and the mysterious Supreme Leader Snoke. We get just enough breadcrumbs to prove satisfying as they either reference other recent novels or hint at more stories to come.

Of course, not all the extra content is on the dark side. An additional "lesson" that Luke Skywalker gives Rey stands out as one of the novel's most memorable moments — this is cleverly and amusingly written, with one subtle nod to a fan theory. There are plenty of nice tidbits about the Jedi Master's time on Ahch-To, as well as his life and decisions in the decades between "Return of the Jedi" and "The Force Awakens."

The scenes on the island are beautiful, with Fry moving masterfully between the story's whimsical and serious elements. These are linked with heart-warming descriptions of nature and how the Force links the universe, capturing the essence of this concept in a way few authors have managed before.

Those involved in the story's main military conflict get plenty of additional characterization too. This is most apparent with Rose Tico, in terms of her bond with her sister and evolving relationship with Finn, and Poe Dameron, whose evolution is more nuanced than it is in the movie. And the few sections from BB-8's perspective serve to make the little droid even more delightful.

We also get a fun look at the secondary characters and an idea of their pasts, giving us a sense of what it's like for rank and file members of both the Resistance and the First Order.

Some of the novel's most satisfying elements focus on the little details, like Fry's explanation for how Rey managed to best the far more experienced Kylo Ren in "The Force Awakens." There is also wonderfully crafted foreshadowing for some of the tale's major twists.

Fans who attended Emerald City Comic Con 2018, which ran from March 1-4 in Seattle, could get the novelization with an exclusive cover.

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The scenes on Canto Bight remain the story's weakest element, but Fry uses this mission to inject a little more growth into Finn's outlook in a way that wasn't quite as clear in the movie.

"The Last Jedi — Expanded Edition" elevates the movie experience, offering readers plenty of surprises beyond what they saw on screen.

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi — Expanded Edition," written by Jason Fry and published by Penguin Random House, is available Tuesday.